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Finance Officer

02/10/2026
18/10/2026
Permanent - Full Time
Newcastle West
Accounting & Finance

THE OPPORTUNITY

Join our Finance Shared Services team in this permanent full-time role, supporting the delivery of accurate and efficient Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable services across the Diocese and its agencies.

Working closely with internal stakeholders, suppliers and customers, you will play a key role in maintaining financial processes, resolving account enquiries, and ensuring high-quality service delivery to support organisational success.

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional seeking to develop their career within a values-based organisation that promotes teamwork, learning, and service excellence. Experience with TechnologyOne and AP automation systems such as RapidAP is desirable.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US

  • Directly contribute to improving the lives of many in the community.
  • Paid parental leave (for eligible employees).
  • Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport (T&C’s apply).
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities.
  • A great friendly environment of dedicated and passionate co-workers.
  • Enjoy up to 10% off at top retailers with our mnBenefits program.
  • Modern office facilities including onsite café.
  • Corporate benefits, including EAP, flu shots and more.

Job Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

This position is responsible for the administration of the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable function for the Diocese and it’s agencies with a strong focus on the Catholic Schools Office. The Finance Officer interacts with other Finance Shared Service team members, and colleagues from across the Diocese and communicates with external suppliers/providers and customers in performing accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.

Desired Skills and Experience

EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

  • Strong interpersonal, communication and organisational skills with the capacity to work effectively in a team
  • Proven experience in the administration of accounts receivable and accounts payable at a high level
  • Sound knowledge of purchasing and receivables processes and related internal controls
  • Ability to work with discretion and maintain confidentiality
  • A good understanding of accounting and GST procedures
  • High level computer literacy including experience with PCs (particularly MS Word and Excel) and computerised purchasing and financial information management systems
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication (written and oral) skills, including effective telephone manner
  • Experience with TechnologyOne (Desirable)
  • Experience with RapidAP or other AP automation systems (Desirable)

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Current Working With Children Check (WWCC)

To Apply

Please provide a current copy of your Resume and a Cover Letter which addresses the two criterion points below:

  • Why you want this role and how it aligns with your career goals.
  • Your qualifications and experience in a similar position.

For further information please reach out to: Julie Greene, AR/AP Team Leader on julie.greene@mn.catholic.org.au

Applications close 11:59pm on Sunday, 18/10/2026.

Applications for this position will only be considered if submitted through the following platforms: our careers page on our website, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek, or LinkedIn.

Additional Information

The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect.  It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons.  

All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.

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